Trivia Quiz On Solar System

Pluto is considered a dwarf planet because it does not meet all the criteria to be classified as a full planet. In 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) redefined the definition of a planet and established three criteria. Pluto failed to fulfill the third criterion, which states that a planet must have "cleared its orbit," meaning it should be the dominant gravitational force in its orbit and have cleared away any other debris. Since Pluto shares its orbit with other objects in the Kuiper Belt, it was reclassified as a dwarf planet.

The statement "is the moon made for nothing?" is asking whether the moon serves no purpose. The correct answer is false, implying that the moon does have a purpose. However, without further context, it is unclear what the purpose of the moon is.

Saturn is the correct answer because it is the second-largest planet in our solar system, after Jupiter. It is known for its distinctive rings made up of ice particles, rock, and dust. Saturn has a diameter of about 120,536 kilometers, making it significantly larger than Venus, Earth, Mercury, and Pluto.

Saturn is the second biggest planet in our solar system. This is because it has a large diameter and a substantial mass, making it one of the largest planets. It is second only to Jupiter, which is the largest planet in our solar system. Venus being the first planet from the sun and Jupiter not being the smallest planet make these statements false. Therefore, the correct answer is that Saturn is the second biggest planet.

There are eight planets in the solar system.

Jupiter is made primarily of gas, mainly hydrogen and helium. It does not have a solid surface like Earth, but rather consists of a dense atmosphere that gradually transitions into a liquid and then a gaseous state as you move towards its core. This composition is why Jupiter is often referred to as a gas giant.

Neptune spins sideways, meaning its axis of rotation is tilted relative to its orbit around the sun. This is similar to Uranus, and it is believed that a collision with a large celestial object in the past caused this unique spin. The tilt causes extreme seasons on Neptune, with one pole facing the sun for several decades while the other remains in darkness.

Venus does have mountains. Despite its extremely hot temperatures and inhospitable conditions, Venus does have a variety of mountain ranges. These mountains are believed to be formed through volcanic activity and tectonic processes similar to those on Earth. The highest mountain on Venus is called Maxwell Montes, which reaches an elevation of about 11 kilometers (6.8 miles). Therefore, the statement "yes" is correct as Venus does have mountains.

All planets in our solar system orbit the Sun in a counterclockwise direction when viewed from above the Sun's north pole. This consistent direction of motion is a result of the initial rotation of the solar nebula from which the solar system formed.